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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSign Board of Appeals-Agenda Packets-2/9/2016 City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Sign Board of Appeals Agenda City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 817. 503.1000 www.colleyville.com Tuesday, February 9, 2016 City Council Chambers 7:15 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS THIRD FLOOR CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. SWEARING IN OF NEWLY APPOINTED MEMBERS Wayne Maynard, Place 3 Raymond Allee, Place 5 Dee Kamerman, Alternate 1 2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Chairperson Vice-Chairperson 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 14, 2014 4. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS Approval of the updated bylaws for Sign Board of Appeals 5. PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS 5a Request for a variance to certain provisions of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code, on Lot 3R2, Block A, of the Colleyville Shopping Village Addition, located at 6209 Colleyville Blvd (The Benefit Link), Case SC15-003 5b Request for an appeal of interpretation, and variance to certain provisions of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code, on Lot 2A, Block 1, of the KISD Addition, located at 8170 Precinct Line Road (Taco Bell), Case SC15-004 6. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify this agenda was posted on City Hall bulletin boards February 5, 2016 by 5:00 p.m. Sign Board of Appeals Agenda February 9, 2016 City of Colleyville Page 2 Taci Wrisley Planning and Zoning Assistant A quorum of the Colleyville City Council may be in attendance at this meeting. Any matter on this agenda may, at the discretion of the governing body, be opened for public comment and discussion. If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special accommodations, please advise the City Secretary at least 48 hours in advance at 817.503.1133, and reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you. City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Sign Board of Appeals Minutes City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 817. 503.1000 www.colleyville.com Tuesday, October 14, 2014 City Council Chambers Call to Order The Sign Board of Appeals meeting of the City of Colleyville was called to order by Board member McNosky on October 14, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call Present: Board members Jason Elms, Mike Leathers, Mark Collier, Larry Kainer (Alternate 1), and Dee McNosky Absent: Board members Judson Orlando, and Mike Patino (Alternate 2) Staff Present: Ron Ruthven and Taci Wrisley 1. SWEARING IN OF NEWLY APPOINTED MEMBER Taci Wrisley swore in newly appointed member Dee Kamerman, Alternate 2 2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Dee McNosky was elected Chairman of the Sign Board of Appeals. Mike Leathers was elected as Vice-Chairman of the Sign Board of Appeals. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Board member Elms made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Board member Collier seconded. The motion to approve the minutes as written carried by the following vote: Aye: 6 –Kamerman, Elms, Leathers, Collier, Kainer, and McNosky 4. PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS 4a Request for a variance to the provisions of Chapter 7-Sign Regulations in the Land Development Code on Abstract 936 of the J. M. Looney Survey, located at 5100 Bluebonnet Drive, Case SC14-003 Ron Ruthven presented the case and briefed the Board. Sign Board of Appeals Minutes October 14, 2014 City of Colleyville Page 2 The public hearing was opened at 7:10 p.m. David Kalhoefer, the applicant, came forward and briefed the Board. Board member Collier questioned staff regarding whether the sign, if approved, would be in the way of any Glade Road expansions. Ron Ruthven replied no. Discussion occurred regarding turn lane possibilities for Glade Road. Board member Leathers questioned Mr. Kalhoefer regarding whether their other proposed sign had been approved. Mr. Kalhoefer replied yes. Board member Leathers questioned Mr. Kalhoefer whether the sign could be modified in order to be in compliance with the sign code. Mr. Kalhoefer replied no. There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at 7:16 p.m. Board member Leathers made a motion to approve Case SC14-003. Board member Kainer seconded. The motion to approve Case SC14-003 carried by the following vote: Aye: 5 – Elms, Leathers, Collier, Kainer, and McNosky 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:17 p.m. The minutes were written and prepared by: Taci Wrisley Planning and Zoning Assistant The meeting minutes were approved on February 9, 2016 by a vote of ______. City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number Agenda Date 02/09/2016 Number Type Regular Agenda Items Department Community Development Title Approval of the updated bylaws for Sign Board of Appeals Explanation All boards, commissions, and committees were asked to review and update their bylaws and submit them in a uniformed template provided by the City Secretary's office. The Sign Board of Appeals did not have bylaws, but did operate under Rules of Procedure. Staff has incorporated the current Sign Board of Appeals Rules of Procedure (attached to this agenda briefing) into the proposed attached bylaws. Statute refers to rules outlined by the Sign Board of Appeals as "regulations" or "rules of procedure"; however, most cities refer to them as "bylaws." It is not so important as to what the rules are called, as long as the statute is followed in regard to what the rules, or bylaws, say and how they are adopted. The following is a brief summary of the changes staff made while incorporating the Rules of Procedures into the bylaw format: Section 102 – Officers state, “The city’s chief executive officer shall designate his representative to serve the Board as Executive Secretary”; however, it also states that the officers shall consist of the same officers as the Zoning Board of Adjustment; therefore, the bylaws will now reflect a Recording Secretary rather than an Executive Secretary throughout. The Recording Secretary is a staff member. As outlined by state statute, Board members are required to take the Texas Open Meetings Act training and provide such certificate of completion to the City Secretary’s office. The Rules of Procedure did not outline this requirement; therefore, staff has included a section to incorporate this in Article IV – Duties and Responsibilities – 4.3. The Rules of Procedure also did not have a section regarding the public notice of an administrative appeal relative to regulations outlined in Chapter 7; staff has included a section to incorporate this in Article VII – Appeal Procedures – 7.5(c). Sections 401-Review of Decision and 506 – Appeal to the City Council, of the Rules of Procedure, contain the same language; therefore, staff has created a separate section to include this in one location, Article IX – Appeal from the Board – 9.1. Section 402 – Refusal Required, states, “No application shall be taken to the Board Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing City of Colleyville Page 2 until and unless the Enforcing Officer has first refused a permit…”; however, there has been no clear definition as to who the Enforcing Officer may be. For the purposes of the bylaws, the Enforcing Officer is the Building Official or his designee. This has been included in the section, now numbered as Article VII – Appeal Procedures – 7.1, and is also updated throughout the bylaws when “Enforcing Officer” is mentioned. A draft of the proposed bylaws is attached for consideration of approval. Upon approval, the bylaws will be presented to City Council for their subsequent approval. Recommendation Approve Attachments 1.Rules of Procedure 2.Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing City of Colleyville Page 3 SIGN BOARD OF APPEALS BYLAWS ARTICLE I – Identification and Purpose The Sign Board of Appeals was established by the City Council of Colleyville, Texas, by Ordinance O-13-1414 on September 2, 2003. The purpose of the Sign Board of Appeals is to consider requests for variances from the requirements outlined in Chapter 7 – Sign Regulations of the Land Development Code. ARTICLE II – Membership 2.1 The Sign Board of Appeals shall consist of five (5) members and two (2) alternates, each appointed by the City Council. The term of office of said members and alternates shall be two (2) years, or until a successor is appointed. Three (3) members of the board and one (1) alternate member shall be selected in even number years and two (2) members and one (1) alternate member in odd number years. Alternate Board members shall serve in the absence of regular members. The Sign Board of Appeals shall consist of the same members and officers of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 2.2 Members must be residents of Colleyville, Texas unless City Council waives the residency requirement. 2.3 Members shall serve without compensation and until their successors are appointed. 2.4 Members and alternates of the Sign Board of Appeals may be removed from office by the City Council for just cause upon receipt of written charges and after public hearing. 2.5 Vacancies which are created by resignation, or for any other reason, shall be filled by the City Council for the remainder of the term of the member or alternate affected. 2.6 If a member of the Sign Board of Appeals fails to maintain a seventy- five percent (75%) attendance record for all regularly scheduled meetings, the Chair or staff liaison will notify the City Secretary. City Council may, at its discretion, declare a vacancy, advertise the open position, or appoint a replacement without advertising. Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 2 of 8 ARTICLE III – Officers 3.1 The officers of the Sign Board of Appeals are the same as for the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Chairman and the Vice-Chairman. 3.2 The Sign Board of Appeals officers are elected once a year, at the Zoning Board of Adjustment’s first regular meeting following the appointment of its new members, or as deemed necessary. 3.3 The Chairman shall preside at all meetings and be a voting member. 3.4 The Vice-Chairman shall preside at Sign Board of Appeals meetings in the absence of the Chairman, and shall fulfill all of the duties of the Chairman. Should the Chairman resign, or that office become vacant for other reasons, the Vice-Chairman shall act as Chairman until the election of a new Chairman. 3.5 The Recording Secretary, of the Sign Board of Appeals, shall be the same person who fulfills those duties for the Zoning Board of Adjustment. The Recording Secretary is to record the minutes of the proceedings of every meeting. The Recording Secretary shall be the custodian of the minutes and other official records, shall attend to the correspondence of the Sign Board of Appeals, and shall cause to be given such notices as are required and in the manner prescribed by law. ARTICLE IV – Duties and Responsibilities 4.1 Sign Board of Appeals shall have the authority to hear and decide on requests for a variance from the requirements outlined in Chapter 7 – Sign Regulations of the Land Development Code. 4.2 The Sign Board of Appeals shall also have the authority to hear and decide an appeal of an administrative decision on a regulation outline d in Chapter 7. The authority shall be applicable to a definition outlined in Chapter 2 – Definitions of the Land Development Code required for the administration and enforcement of the provisions of Chapter 7. 4.3 The Sign Board of Appeals members will take the Attorney General Texas Open Meetings Act on-line training course, available on the Office of the Attorney General’s website, or the member may obtain a DVD of the training course from the City Secretary, and provide a copy of the Certificate of Course Completion to the City Secretary. The training must be completed no later than the 90th day, after the date the member Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 3 of 8 takes the oath of office, or otherwise assumes responsibilities as a member of the governmental body. 4.4 The Sign Board of Appeals shall follow these bylaws, and these bylaws shall govern the procedures of the Sign Board of Appeals unless otherwise provided for by statute. ARTICLE V – Meetings 5.1 Regular meetings shall be held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., at City Hall, unless otherwise provided for by the Sign Board of Appeals, or unless no application has been scheduled for consideration by the Board. 5.2 Special meetings for any purpose may be held (1) on the call of the Chairman; or (2) on request of three or more regular members; or (3) as may be scheduled by a majority of the Sign Board of Appeals at any previous meeting. 5.3 Except as legally permitted executive session discussions, all deliberations of the Sign Board of Appeals shall be conducted, and all of its decisions shall be made, at a meeting that is open to the public. 5.4 All meetings shall be held in full compliance with the provisions of state law, and these bylaws. Any party in interest shall appear before the Sign Board of Appeals in person, by agent, or by attorney. 5.5 A quorum shall consist of four (4) members. If a regular member is absent, the senior alternate will fill the position. If two (2) regular members are absent, the second alternate will fill in as a regular member. Prior to the opening of the public hearing on the first application request being considered, the Sign Board of Appeals shall indicate the voting members to the audience by show of hands. Any regular or alternate member arriving after the opening of a public hearing shall not make motions, seconds, or vote on the agenda item being considered, but may participate in the discussion. 5.6 Meeting agendas will be posted on the City Hall bulletin boards, and the City’s website 72 hours prior to a meeting. Meeting agenda packets will be available to the public on the City’s website 72 hours prior to a meeting. Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 4 of 8 5.7 Additionally, the approved meeting minutes will be included in the City Council agenda packets under Reports. 5.8 The Chairman shall secure from staff all such materials and analyses as may be useful to the Sign Board of Appeals in considering any matter before it. ARTICLE VI – Official Records 6.1 Definition: The official records shall include these bylaws, and minutes of the Board, together with all findings, decisions, and other official actions. Notes of the Recording Secretary, and recordings of proceedings and discussions shall constitute the official record of the Board. 6.2 Recording of Vote: The minutes of the Board’s proceedings shall show the vote of each member on each decision of the Board, or if absent or failing to vote shall indicate that fact. 6.3 Notice of Decision: Written notice of all decisions of the Board shall be sent to the petitioner by regular mail within 10 days. 6.4 Files – Retention: All appeals and other matters coming before the Board shall be filed in the City’s records. Original papers of all appeals shall be retained along with other special matters as required by state law for permanent record. 6.5 Public Record: The official records, appeals accepted for filling, and other matters presented to the Board in regular or special meeting shall be on file in the City Hall, and shall be open to public inspection during customary working hours. ARTICLE VII – Appeal Procedures 7.1 Refusal Required: No application shall be taken to the Board until and unless the Building Official, or his designee, has first refused a permit for plans submitted or has rendered an interpretation of the Land Development Code. The Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 5 of 8 Board may consider a waiver of this requirement when the Board determines that the cost of such plans would be an unnecessary burden. 7.2 Application Requirements: Every request for action by the Board shall be filed on application forms provided by the City, and shall be accompanied by the prescribed non- refundable fee, and shall be complete in all respects before being accepted for filing. The application shall bear the signature of the owner of the property under appeal, or shall be accompanied by a letter from the property owner acknowledging the application submittal. An incomplete application or a communication purporting to be an application, and not made in the form prescribed shall be regarded only as a notice of intent to file application, and shall not be considered or acted upon by the Board. 7.3 Guidelines for Application: Every application shall be prepared by the applicant according to the guidelines continued in the Appendices for the type of appeals by statutes or ordinances. Where two or more different types of appeals are included in the same application, each set of guidelines shall apply. 7.4 Filing Deadline: Every application appeal shall be filed with the administrative official of the Board no less than twenty (20) days prior to the scheduled meeting date of the Board. Applications filed after the deadline shall be scheduled for the next regular meeting. When the filing deadline falls on a City holiday, the following workday shall be observed as the filing deadline. Upon receipt of an application filed prior to the filing deadline, the administrative official shall place the application on the agenda for consideration by the Board. 7.5 Notice: A. Public notice of any application affecting a specific property shall be given as prescribed in the Land Development Code by means of a written notice deposited in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, not less than fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the scheduled hearing. The notice shall identify the applicant, the location of the property in question, and the nature of the request, and the applicable requirements. B. All property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the property seeking the appeal shall be notified. Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 6 of 8 C. Public notice of any appeal seeking an interpretation on applicable Chapter 7 – Sign Regulations of the Land Development Code shall be given by means of a legal advertisement appearing in the official newspaper of the City, not less than fifteen (15) days prior to the date of the scheduled hearing. Written notice shall also be given to the applicant and his agent. 7.6 Submission of Evidence: Evidence supporting the grant or denial of an appeal shall be submitted only through the Recording Secretary, or to the Board in public meeting. 7.7 Withdrawal of Appeal: Any application may be withdrawn upon written notice to the Recording Secretary; but no application shall be withdrawn after giving of public notice, and prior to the Board action thereon without formal consent of the Board. 7.8 Expiration of Time: In each decision of application, the Board will include a specific expiration time for compliance. ARTICLE VIII – Hearing and Decisions 8.1 Public Hearings: Hearings on all matters on which a decision of the Board is required by law shall be open to the public. The applicant may appear on his own behalf or be represented by counselor agent. 8.2 Order of Business: The Chairman shall call the Board to order and the Recording Secretary shall record the members present and absent. The Chairman shall publicly advise those present of the procedures followed in the hearing and disposition of applications; the Chairman shall call each application and shall announce the name of the applicant, the location of the property involved, and the nature of the request. Each case may be taken under advisement until all have been heard. 8.3 Procedure for Hearing: A. The Chairman shall ask staff to outline the applicant’s request, advise the Board of any communications received, and present copies of any supporting evidence for or against each case. Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 7 of 8 B. The Chairman shall open the public hearing, and call upon the applicant to present his request and all supporting evidence. C. The Chairman shall then call on those to speak who support the application. D. The Chairman shall then call on those opposed to the application to speak or those who may have questions. E. The applicant shall be given opportunity to respond to arguments presented by the opposition. Following the rebuttal, the Chairman shall order the hearing closed. F. The Chairman shall ask for discussion from members of the Board or a motion for action. The chairman or any member of the Board may direct a question to the applicant, to any person speaking, or to staff in order to obtain relevant facts, circumstances, or conditions affecting the applicant’s request. G. During the public hearing, all parties shall be given equal opportunity to speak without interruption. Only testimony presented at the speakers’ stand shall be entered into the public record. Questions or arguments between individuals seated in the audience will not be permitted or entered into the public record. H. The Board may not hear an appeal when the applicant fails to appear unless the applicant has requested that the Board act without the applicant’s presence at the hearing; provided, however, the Board may hear those persons appearing in response to the notice of hearing. 8.4 Disposition of Appeals: After each application has been heard, the Board may approve, approve with modifications, or deny an appeal. In approving a request, the Board may impose such conditions as appropriate. The Board may also defer action on any application whenever it determines that additional evidence is needed, or that alternate solutions require further study. An application may be dismissed when the Board finds that the appeal has been improperly filed, or upon notification by the Building Official, or his designee, that permits have been issued for a sign, which conforms to the regulations. Proposed Bylaws Sign Board of Appeals Bylaws Page 8 of 8 8.5 Vote Required: The affirmative vote of four members shall be necessary to approve, or to approve conditionally, any matter before the Board. Any motion in favor of an applicant failing to receive a second or four affirmative votes shall be considered a denial, unless a subsequent motion is offered and approved. When an application fails to receive a second or four affirmative votes, the Recording Secretary shall record in the minutes an entry stating that the application was denied. ARTICLE IX – Appeal from the Board 9.1 Review of Decision: The decision of the Sign Board of Appeals shall be final, unless the applicant submits a written notice of appeal within ten (10) days from the date of the action by the Board. The Recording Secretary shall re- notify all property owners lying within 200 feet of the area being considered and place the applicant’s appeal request on the next available agenda for consideration by the City Council. ARTICLE X – Certification and Amendments 10.1 Certified Copy: A certified copy of these bylaws, and of any amendments thereto, will be placed on record in the office of the City Secretary within ten (10) days following their day of adoption. 10.2 Repealing Clause: All previously adopted rules and regulations of the Board shall be and the same are hereby expressly repealed. 10.3 Amendment Procedure: Amendments to these bylaws may be made by the Board at any meeting, upon the affirmative vote of four members; however, Chapter 211 of the Local Government Code requires the regulations be adopted by the governing body. Proposed Bylaws City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number 5a Agenda Date 02/09/2016 Number Type Public Hearing Agenda Items Department Community Development Title Request for a variance to certain provisions of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code, on Lot 3R2, Block A, of the Colleyville Shopping Village Addition, located at 6209 Colleyville Blvd (The Benefit Link), Case SC15-003 Explanation The applicant, Lynn Bural, of All Star Signs is requesting a variance to certain requirements of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code on approximately 1.04 acres located at 6209 Colleyville Boulevard. The applicant is requesting multiple variances to allow a large wall sign for The Benefit Link, a business that assists seniors with Medicare. Existing Conditions/Background: The subject property is generally located on the east side of Colleyville Boulevard, south of Tinker Road and north of Hardage Lane. The subject property is zoned CC-2 Shopping Center District and is platted as Lot 3R2, Block A, of the Colleyville Shopping Village Addition. The subject property is developed with one commercial building, which is located within a larger commercial and office center along Colleyville Boulevard. The previous tenant on the subject property (AMCAP Mortgage Ltd.) operated with a sign meeting the regulations of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations). Upon receipt of the original sign application, staff expressed concerns related to the safety and structural integrity of the sign as proposed. Staff requested the applicant resubmit plans stamped by a licensed engineer, verifying the structural integrity of the sign and its proposed placement which spans a 10- foot recessed wall. The applicant has provided the engineered plans which are attached for review. The proposed application deviates from three of the four standards required for wall signs in Chapter 7. The current proposal will require a variance from the maximum area, maximum width, and horizontal projection provisions of Chapter 7; each of these variances have been detailed below. Requested Variances to Wall Signs: The applicant is requesting a variance to multiple provisions of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code to allow for a large sign (23 feet, six inches), which is proposed to span across three distinct and separate wall planes of the building; the center plane is recessed approximately six feet. The attached “Building Façade and Sign Details” illustrates the Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5a City of Colleyville Page 2 proposed placement of the sign and the proposed manner of attachment to the building. The applicant has indicated that a larger sign should be permitted due to the articulations on the front building façade and the presence of large trees along Colleyville Boulevard. Maximum Area: Request – The applicant is requesting a variance to the maximum area requirements for a wall sign. The total area of the proposed wall sign is 68 square feet. Ordinance – Section - 7.175.D.1 of the Land Development Code states: “The total area of all wall signs on a single tenant building or occupancy space of a multi-tenant building shall not exceed the product of two times the lineal width of the wall on which such signs are located. For purpose of this regulation, on multi-tenant buildings, the width of each lease space shall be used to calculate each sign width.” Analysis – Staff interprets the preceding ordinance language to require the wall sign to be attached to one wall. This interpretation is based on the following language: “shall not exceed the product of two times the lineal width of the wall on which such signs are located.” The proposed sign exceeds the maximum allowable area on each of the 12 foot faces (24 square feet) by approximately 183 percent, and exceeds the maximum allowable area of the 10 foot face (20 square feet) by approximately 240 percent. The degree of the requested variance is significant and could set a precedent for future sign requests. Maximum Width: Request – The applicant is requesting a variance to the maximum width requirements for a wall sign. The proposed sign would be attached to two separate faces and would span one face without being attached. The total width of the proposed sign is 23 feet, six inches. Ordinance – Section - 7.175.D.3 of the Land Development Code states: “Seventy-five percent (75%) of the width of the wall area to which it is attached. When more than one wall sign is used, the combination of the sign widths, when placed side by side, shall not exceed seventy-five (75%) of the width of the wall to which they are attached.” Analysis – Staff interprets the above referenced ordinance language to require a sign to be attached to only one wall face. Revisiting the language, it states: “Seventy-five percent (75%) of the width of the wall area to which it is attached.” In the current proposal, the sign is attached to two 12-foot wall faces, and spans one 10-foot wall in the middle to which it is not attached. The ordinance language does not readily provide Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5a City of Colleyville Page 3 a method to calculate the maximum width of a sign attached in this manner. However, to illustrate the deviation using staff’s interpretation, the width of the sign (23 feet, six inches) exceeds the 75 percent maximum width (9 feet) of the 12 foot face to which it is attached by approximately 161 percent. This deviation is further compounded when calculated for both wall faces. Staff recognizes the unique design characteristics of building and the desire of the business owner to have highly visible signage. The degree of the requested variance is significant and could set a precedent for future sign requests. Horizontal Projection: Request – The applicant is requesting a variance to the maximum projection from the vertical plane of the wall. The proposed wall sign will project approximately six feet from the center wall face. This projection is approximately 300 percent greater than the permitted projection (18 inches) from a wall. Ordinance – Section - 7.175.D.3 of the Land Development Code states: “No wall sign shall project from the vertical plane of the wall more than eighteen inches (18”).” Analysis –The applicant has provided engineered drawings to support the installation and integrity of the sign, however, the proposed projection could present safety issues over time. The degree of the requested variance is significant and could set a precedent for future sign requests. Surrounding Development: The table below reflects the surrounding zoning and existing land uses for the subject property as further illustrated on the attached location map: PUD-C Planned Unit Development Commercial (Llano Sales and Marketing) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Cornerstone Lending) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Commercial Offices) CN Neighborhood Commercial (State Farm) Subject Property CC-2 Shopping Center District (The Benefit Link) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Diversified Mortgage) CPO Professional Office (Alamo Title) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Reunion Title) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Commercial Offices) Public Notification: Staff mailed notices to 21 property owners within 200 feet of the site. Notice was published in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram as required by State law and the Land Development Code. Staff has received no correspondence regarding this request. Staff Recommendation: The applicant is requesting multiple variances to the provisions for wall signs established in Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5a City of Colleyville Page 4 Development Code. Staff interprets the ordinance language to only permit a wall sign to be attached to one wall. Based on this interpretation, the proposed sign far exceeds the standards for maximum area, maximum width, and horizontal projection. While staff recognizes the unique design characteristics of the building, the degree of the requested variances are significant and could set a precedent for future sign requests. Staff recommends denial of all three variance requests. Recommendation Denial Attachments 1. Zoning Map 2. Aerial Map 3. Statement of Planning Objectives 4. Building Facade and Sign Details 5. Public Notification Map 6. 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B PECAN GARDENS ESTATES LP 901 JOHN MCCAIN RD COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 6220 COLLEYVILLE BLVD AVALON COMM PROPERTIES LLC 3145 GEARY BLVD STE 737 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94118 6219 COLLEYVILLE BLVD JACE PROPERTIES LLC 3241 HORSESHOE DR GRAPEVINE TX 76051 6208 COLLEYVILLE BLVD # A JACE PROPERTIES LLC 3241 HORSESHOE DR GRAPEVINE TX 76051 6208 COLLEYVILLE BLVD COLLEYVILLE PROPERTIES LLC 3145 GEARY BLVD STE 737 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94118 6213 COLLEYVILLE BLVD CAMPO SAN ANTONIO LLC PO BOX 15697 NEWPORT BEACH CA 92659 6207 COLLEYVILLE BLVD COLLEYVILLE PROPERTIES LLC 3145 GEARY BLVD STE 737 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94118 6221 COLLEYVILLE BLVD VILLAS AT OAK POINTE HOA INC 6308 WESTCOAT DR COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 1731 FOUNTAIN PASS DR COLLEYVILLE PROPERTIES LLC 3145 GEARY BLVD STE 737 SAN FRANCISCO CA 94118 6221 COLLEYVILLE BLVD FALI HOLDINGS INC 2326 W AIRPORT FWY IRVING TX 75062 6205 COLLEYVILLE BLVD DREILING REALTY LLC 6308 WESTCOAT DR COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 1542 PECAN CROSSING DR 4 H REAL ESTATE LLC 6125 COLLEYVILLE BLVD COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 6125 COLLEYVILLE BLVD VILLAS AT OAK POINTE HOA INC 6308 WESTCOAT DR COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 1534 PECAN CROSSING DR R H LENDING INC 6209 COLLEYVILLE BLVD COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 6209 COLLEYVILLE BLVD PMT PARTNERS IX LTD 1585 KAPIOLANI BLVD STE 1110 HONOLULU HI 96814 6201 COLLEYVILLE BLVD COLLEYVILLE SQUARE PTNRS II 99 MAIN ST STE 200 COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 6203 COLLEYVILLE BLVD OSK INVESTMENTS LP 902 TURNBERRY LN SOUTHLAKE TX 76092 6203 COLLEYVILLE BLVD BUFE, MARTHA 1509 TINKER RD COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 1509 TINKER RD VILLAS AT OAK POINTE HOA INC 6308 WESTCOAT DR COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 1536 PECAN CROSSING DR HALLEN, P 1600 PECAN CROSSING DR COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 1600 PECAN CROSSING DR LYNN BURAL 5104 CHELSEA DRIVE COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 APPLICANT Public hearing notices were mailed Friday, January 22, 2016 by Taci Wrisley Notification List City of Colleyville Page 1 City of Colleyville Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing City Hall 100 Main Street Colleyville, Texas 76034 www.colleyville.com Agenda Number 5b Agenda Date 02/09/2016 Number Type Public Hearing Agenda Items Department Community Development Title Request for an appeal of interpretation, and variance to certain provisions of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code, on Lot 2A, Block 1, of the KISD Addition, located at 8170 Precinct Line Road (Taco Bell), Case SC15-004 Explanation The applicant, Taco Bell, is requesting to install a set of six illuminated aluminum strips/accents (“illuminated slat wall panels”) on their new building at 8170 Precinct Line Road, as part of their sign permit package consisting of 15 total signs (the others of which have been approved and installed). Staff has determined that the proposed slats are indeed signs per the Land Development Code. The applicant is appealing the determination that the illuminated slat wall panels are signs. If the slats are considered signs, there are two options for classification in the Land Development Code, in terms of what regulations would apply; if the slats are not considered signs, there are two other options for classification in the Land Development Code, in terms of what regulations would apply. The appeal regarding the illuminated slat wall panels being considered signs and the potential regulatory classifications have been detailed throughout the report below. 1. Are the illuminated slat wall panels “signs”? a. Yes i. Wall Signs (then two proposed variances) ii. Other Signs b. No i. Exterior Building Material ii. Exterior Lighting Existing Conditions/Background: The property is currently platted as Lot 2A, Block 1, of the KISD Addition, and developed with a new restaurant building, Taco Bell. The subject property is zoned CC2 – Shopping Center District. Applicant’s Appeal Request: The applicant is proposing to install a set of six illuminated slat wall panels along the top of the new building, along the north, west, and south sides. The illuminated slat wall panels would be aluminum, painted a bronze color, and would contain white LED lighting behind the second and fourth slats on each horizontal five-slat wall panel. Pictures of the fully lit illuminated slat wall panels have been attached for reference. The applicant contends that the illuminated slat wall Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5b City of Colleyville Page 2 panels should be considered as an exterior building material, “building accents,” instead of “signs” as classified during the sign permitting process. Ordinance – • Chapter 2 (Definitions) of the Land Development Code defines “sign” as: “Any device designed to inform or attract the attention of persons not on the premises on which the sign is located. A sign may include, but is not limited to, flag, banner, pennant, beacon, light, logo, insignia, name, number, identification, illuminated strip or accent, and outdoor display of merchandise.” • Section 6.5 (Exterior Building Colors and Materials) of the Land Development Code states the following regarding “building accents”: “The exterior walls of all commercial and institutional buildings constructed as provided for in this chapter shall be composed of 100% percent masonry, glass, or other equivalent material. However, building accents such as wood, EIFS, Hardie Plank or decorative metal trim are permitted such they do not exceed 15 percent of the total exterior wall surface area.” Analysis – The six illuminated slat wall panels submitted as part of the applicant’s sign package are designed to attract the attention of persons not on the premises on which the sign is located, namely traffic on Precinct Line Road. The panels are strips or accents, and the panels are illuminated. Staff considered the applicant’s point of view, but Section 6.5 (as provided above) does not expressly state that decorative metal trim can be illuminated if considered an exterior building material. The definition of a sign expressly contains “illuminated strip or accent” and contains an applicable function to the proposed panels by stating signs are designed to “attract attention of persons not on the premises on which the sign is located.” Based on these findings of fact, the illuminated slat wall panels were classified as “signs.” Potential Regulatory Classifications: If considered a sign by the Sign Board of Appeals, there are two potential regulatory classifications that would determine what regulations would apply to the proposal: wall signs or other signs. If not considered a sign by the Sign Board of Appeals, there are two other potential regulatory classifications that would determine what regulations would apply to the proposal: exterior building material or exterior lighting. The four potential regulatory classifications and “decision tree” are detailed below: 1. Are the illuminated slat wall panels “signs”? a. Yes i. Wall Signs: Chapter 2 (Definitions) of the Land Development Code defines “sign, wall” as: “A sign erected flat against an exterior wall, supported by the wall, and having the sign face parallel to and not more than twelve inches from the wall surface. Neon tubing attached directly to a wall surface shall be considered a wall sign.” Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5b City of Colleyville Page 3 The six illuminated slat wall panels would comply with two of the four standards for wall signs in the Land Development Code (Section 7-175 – Permanent Attached Signs – Classification and Regulations, D. Wall Signs). The two standards that are inconsistent with the Land Development Code (maximum area and maximum width) would require approval of two variances to Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) prior to the approval of the associated sign permits. The two proposed variances are detailed further below (see “Proposed Variances”). OR ii. Other Signs: Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code contains Section 7-130 (General Conditions Applicable to All Signs) which applies to all signs, regardless of classification. Should the sign not be considered a “wall sign,” but still a “sign,” these regulations could apply. These regulations would require an engineered design, permitting, installation by a registered sign contractor, and inspection, amongst other items. The six illuminated slat wall panels would comply with this Section as proposed by the applicant and would require sign permits. b. No i. Exterior Building Material: Section 6.5 (Exterior Building Colors and Materials) of the Land Development Code states the following regarding “building accents” as exterior building materials: “The exterior walls of all commercial and institutional buildings constructed as provided for in this chapter shall be composed of 100% percent masonry, glass, or other equivalent material. However, building accents such as wood, EIFS, Hardie Plank or decorative metal trim are permitted such they do not exceed 15 percent of the total exterior wall surface area.” The six illuminated slat wall panels would comply with this Section as proposed by the applicant and would not require a permit. OR ii. Exterior Lighting: The Land Development Code is generally silent on exterior lighting. The installation of can lights on buildings, light poles in parking lots, and lights on commercial properties is typical. A photometric plan (i.e. lighting plan) is required with building permit submittals, but exterior lighting is only regulated when indirect standards apply such as zoning district height, required zoning setbacks, etc. The six illuminated slat wall panels would comply with the City’s codes and regulations as proposed by the applicant and would not require a permit. Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5b City of Colleyville Page 4 Proposed Variances if Wall Signs: Maximum Area: Request – The applicant is proposing an increase of approximately 12 percent above the maximum area permitted for a wall sign for each sign (illuminated slat wall panel). Ordinance – Section - 7.175.D.1 of the Land Development Code states: “The total area of all wall signs on a single tenant building or occupancy space of a multi-tenant building shall not exceed the product of two times the lineal width of the wall on which such signs are located. For purpose of this regulation, on multi-tenant buildings, the width of each lease space shall be used to calculate each sign width.” Analysis – The proposed increase in maximum area is not consistent with the intent and/or requirements of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code. Additionally, each building elevation on which the illuminated slat wall panels are proposed to be located contains a minimum of two approved wall signs. The addition of the illuminated slats will increase the amount of signage for each elevation and produce more ambient light on the subject property. Staff does not recognize the need to grant a variance to the maximum area requirements since a significant amount of signage is already provided, and the slats can be left on the building as accents if not illuminated. Maximum Width: Request – The applicant is proposing an increase of approximately 25 to 33 percent above the maximum width permitted for a wall sign for each sign (illuminated slat wall panel). Ordinance – Section - 7.175.D.3 of the Land Development Code states: “Seventy-five percent (75%) of the width of the wall area to which it is attached. When more than one wall sign is used, the combination of the sign widths, when placed side by side, shall not exceed seventy-five (75%) of the width of the wall to which they are attached.” Analysis – Similarly to the maximum wall area variance request, the proposed increase in maximum width is not consistent with the intent and/or requirements of Chapter 7 (Sign Regulations) of the Land Development Code. As previously stated, each building elevation on which the illuminated slat wall panels are proposed to be located contains a minimum of two approved wall signs. The requested deviations from the current standards would set a precedent for future sign variance requests where a sign is Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5b City of Colleyville Page 5 proposed to exceed the standard in excess of 25 percent. Staff does not recognize the need to grant a variance to the maximum width requirements since a significant amount of signage is already provided, and the slats can be left on the building as accents if not illuminated. Surrounding Development: The table below reflects the surrounding zoning and existing land uses for the subject property as further illustrated on the attached location map: City of North Richland Hills (Kroger) CC-1 Village Retail District (B&W Cabinets) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Liberty Elementary) City of North Richland Hills (Kroger) Subject Property CC-2 Shopping Center District (Taco Bell) CC-2 Shopping Center District (Liberty Elementary) City of North Richland Hills (Single Family Home) PUD-C – Planned Unit Development- Commercial (Met Life) PUD-C – Planned Unit Development- Commercial (Memory Care) Public Notification: Staff mailed notices to seven property owners within 200 feet of the site. Notice was published in the Fort Worth Star Telegram as required by state law and the Land Development Code. Staff has received no correspondence regarding this request. Staff Recommendation: The applicant is appealing the determination that the set of six illuminated slat wall panels are signs and asserts that they should be considered exterior building materials. Staff recommends that they be considered signs and further recommends that they be classified as wall signs. Should they be considered wall signs and the two variances be considered, staff recommends denial of the variance to maximum width and denial to the variance to maximum area. Denial of both variances would result in the slat wall panels remaining on the building, but the slat wall panels would not be illuminated. Recommendation Denial Sign Board of Appeals Agenda Briefing 5b City of Colleyville Page 6 Attachments 1. Zoning Map 2. Aerial Map 3. Interpretation of Appeal Letter 4. Sign Photos 5. Elevation Plans and Sign Details 6. Public Notification List 7. Public Notification Map LA N T A N A C T MCDONWELL SCHOOL RD W B O R D E A U X P A R K TA L B O T T R L E M M A S C T CI M M A R O N T R L MCDONWELL SCHOOL RD W MONT R E U X AVE LAVACA TRL PR E C I N C T L I N E R D NORTH TARRANT PKWY 1101 8100 0 6525 8080 810 8090 8094 1013 6524 729 8190 8260 66018300 8170 8092 8180 1000 8200 62136216 8200 6212 6601 6204 6300 6208 6600 812 8196 6212 6301 8096 6205 6209 6209 6213 6304 813 8200 901 64046409 6301 6405 62216225 6217 6209 6516 6205 6416 6520 6213 6233 6513 6412 6509 6229 6521 6512 64096408 6417 6413 6517 65086505 6513 6420 65096504 6520 6417 6516 642164216416 6505 6512 6404 6412 6508 6400 6517 6420 6408 6521 6228 6504 62166220 6204 65006501 6212 6224 6208 6501 905 1137 6200 6500 6521 909913925921 917 6400 6413 6232 6201 813 6405 6300 6500 6208 6205 6200 6520 65046508 6516 6416 6512 641264086404 6200 6218 6215 6116 904 00 00 0 0 00 0 00 0 0 00 00 0 0 0 00 0 00 CC-2 PUD-C R-40 R-20 CC-1 PUD-C PUD-R R-20 R-20 AG PUD-C / Subject Property City of North Richland Hills Zoning Map CI M M A R O N T R L LAVACA TRL P R E C I N C T L I N E R D 1101 8100 0 8094 8190 65248170 8092 8180 8200 8200 8196 8096 8200 6416 6404 6412 6508 6400 6420 6408 6228 6504 6232 6216 6220 6204 6212 6224 6208 6300 6500 6512 6205 6209 6409 6221 6213 6217 6509 6513 925 6200 6405 6417 6505 6421 6413 8260 6205 6501 0 0 00 0 00 0 0 00 0 0 / Subject Property City of North Richland Hills Aerial Map Owner Name Owner Address Owner City Owner State Owner Zip Situs Address KELLER, ISD 350 KELLER PKWY KELLER TX 76248 1101 MCDONWELL SCHOOL RD W USMC COLLEYVILLE LLC 14881 QUORUM DR STE 250 DALLAS TX 75254 8100 PRECINCT LINE RD TERRY, GLENDA J TRUSTEE ETAL 8200 PRECINCT LINE RD NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TX 76182 8196 PRECINCT LINE RD BOJKU, AFRIM 5309 COLLYVILLE BLVD COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 8170 PRECINCT LINE RD PINEY WOODS RESTAURANTS LP 101 E CHEROKEE ST JACKSONVILLE TX 75766 PRECINCT LINE RD CORLISS STONE-LITTLES LLC 8180 PRECINCT LINE RD STE 150 COLLEYVILLE TX 76034 8180 PRECINCT LINE RD GENE YOUNG STANDARD INS A CORP 620 W PIPELINE RD HURST TX 76053 8190 PRECINCT LINE RD TAYLOR TOMPKINS 2633 BLUE MOUND RD W HASLET TX 76052 APPLICANT Public hearing notices were mailed Friday, January 22, 2016 by Taci Wrisley Notification List LA N T A N A C T TA L B O T T R L E M M A S C T CI M M A R O N T R L MCDONWELL SCHOOL RD W MONT R E U X AVE LAVACA TRL PR E C I N C T L I N E R D NORTH TARRANT PKWY 1101 8100 0 80808090 8094 1013 6524 8190 8260 66018300 8170 8092 8180 1000 8200 8200 6601 6600 8196 8096 6204 6216 6525 6212 6208 6212 8200 6409 6301 6405 62216225 6217 6209 6404 6205 6213 6233 65136509 6229 6521 6417 6517 6505 65206516 64216416 6512 6404 6412 6508 6400 6520 6420 6408 6228 6504 6216 6516 6220 6204 6512 64166412 65006501 6508 6408 6212 6420 6504 6224 6208 6300 6521 913925921 917 6413 62326300 6500 6200 6208 6200 6218 00 00 0 0 00 0 000 0 0 0 00 0 / Case SC15-004 8170 Precinct Line Rd Subject Property City of North Richland Hills Legend Properties within 200 feet Subject Property Parcels Notification Map